This tour of Scotland encompasses some of the very best and most spectacular scenery of Scotland, with lochs, mountains and historic towns. Visit the Isle of Skye, Inverness and Loch Ness, Balmoral Castle, the Cairngorms, St. Andrews and Edinburgh.
The tour starts in Glasgow and will end in Edinburgh. For those wanting to stay overnight in Glasgow before starting this tour, accommodation can be arranged. Please contact us for prices.
Accommodation
Stay in a variety of charming hotels, each with a uniquely Scottish character, ranging from a lakeside wooden lodge and a small, cosy inn, to a former hunting lodge and a 13th century castle.
Itinerary
Day One
The first day’s drive heads north to Loch Lomond and up to Fort William for a night’s stay in a comfortable former grange, now a wonderful guesthouse.
Day Two
Drive north to Invergarry, over the Mam Ratagain Pass and winding down to the port of Glenelg, to take the ferry to the Isle of Skye. Two nights will be spent on Skye giving you the chance to explore. Stay for two nights in a Lodge renowned for its culinary delights.
Day Three
Visit Dunvegan Castle, the Cuillin Mountains and Portree on the Isle of Skye.
Day Four
Return to the mainland via the Kyle of Lochalsh and drive to Strathcarron. Head west to Loch Carron and drive over the Bealach na Ba, the old drovers road to Applecross on the coast. Follow the coastal road round to Sheildaig and then onto Kinlochewe. Take the road to Poolewe. Stay in a stunning small hotel right on the edge of the water.
Day Five
Follow the road around the coast to Dundonnell and continue on to Dingwall. Stay overnight in a fabulous hotel on the shores of Beauly Firth.
Day Six
After breakfast drive to Inverness and down the A82 alongside Loch Ness and, at Fort Augustus, head north again on the B862 along the opposite shore. Drive to Culloden Muir, where Bonnie Prince Charlie was defeated, and continue south to the Cairngorm Mountains on onto Ballater. Stay in a lovely country house hotel.
Day Seven
From Ballater head to Dundee and over the Firth of Tay to Kilmany and St Andrews, a great place to explore, even if you have no interest in golf. Stay overnight near Cupar in a delightful inn.
Day Eight
For the penultimate day of the tour drive to Edinburgh. Follow the coast road through Anstruther and Elie. Keep the coast alongside as you head to Kirkaldy and then over the Forth Road Bridge into Edinburgh. Explore the beautiful city and stay for two nights in a 13th century castle just outside the city.
Day Nine
Spend the day exploring the delights of Edinburgh. Enjoy a final dinner at one of the many superb restaurants.
Day Ten
Depart for home
Details
Dates
Duration: 10 days – this trip can be taken at any time.
Price: £945 per person – based on two people sharing a twin or double room
What’s included
- Nine nights accommodation in a twin or double room
- Full Scottish breakfast each morning
- A comprehensive tour book, with route maps and directions showing our suggested route, and information detailing places to visit and things to do in the areas you will pass through each day. This really helps you to make the most of your holiday.
What’s not included
Lunches or dinners- Fuel
- Drinks
- Travel or medical insurance
Classic Travelling was established in 2003 and offers motoring holidays for classic, vintage and sports cars. The founder of the business, Sarah Dowding, has extensive experience of touring and motoring, having driven well in excess of 250,000 miles over the finest roads in Europe, North America, and southern Africa.